1970 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1957 Ford 17M
To start off, 1970 Bizzarrini GT is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford 17M would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Bizzarrini GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1957 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford 17M weights approximately 435 kg more than 1970 Bizzarrini GT.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bizzarrini GT (157 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford 17M. (129 Nm). This means 1970 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bizzarrini GT | 1957 Ford 17M | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Ford |
| Model | GT | 17M |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
